Description
A delightful twist on classic rice crispy treats, featuring browned butter, creamy peanut butter, and a touch of sea salt for a sophisticated snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups puffed rice cereal (Rice Krispies)
- 1/2 cup chopped toasted peanuts (optional)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cups mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of fine sea salt
- 2 tablespoons melted dark chocolate (60–70% cacao) for drizzling
- Flaky sea salt for finishing
Instructions
- Prepare your pan: line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment, leaving an overhang for easy lifting. Lightly butter the parchment.
- Brown the butter: in a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter, swirling continuously until browned.
- Melt marshmallows and peanut butter: return the saucepan to low heat, add the marshmallows and browned butter, stirring until glossy. Stir in peanut butter and vanilla.
- Combine with cereal: pour puffed rice into a large bowl and quickly fold in the marshmallow mixture until evenly coated.
- Press into pan: gently press the mixture into the prepared pan, aiming for an even thickness. Drizzle with melted chocolate and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
- Chill and cut: allow the tray to cool, refrigerate to set, then cut into rectangles.
Notes
For best results, use room temperature ingredients and a gentle hand while pressing to maintain crispness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg